The Best White Summer Dress – Found !

The best white summer dress is one that is comfortable and chic. My favorite is this lace number from LuckyBrand. The length is knee grazing, and it can be worn without a bra, since it is lined ! I am an enthusiastic fan of the off the shoulder look for summer.

Yes, in this dress I am feeling Happy and Lucky. Gratitude is a common emotion for me! The perfect dress boosts confidence !

Lace is beautiful when it is well made, as is the case with this summer frock. Every shoe, and all of my bags look perfect with it, and that is when you know you have found the best white summer dress!

Abundant sunshine was truly welcomed the day of this photoshoot. So my smiles are genuine, as is my need for my CHANEL sunglasses! You have seen my straw hat often recently, it is my favorite as the brim is wide enough to protect my face from harsh sun rays, but not so large that is obscures my vision ! Tip: do not wear a wide brimmed hat, like the one pictured here, on a crowded Manhattan street!

I added bakelite earrings purchased from a local mom and pop shop, as you know I love to shop small. Blue is my favorite color, and reminds me of the ocean ! You might remember this bag from my recent round bag post. I love the pom pom detail and the perfect, roomy size. I am headed to East Hampton for the weekend, so this bag will be perfect for any activity there. Even the beach, weather permitting !

On the street, my summer ready dress looks beach ready and crisp. Further, it is a nice blend of ladylike style with a playful edge.

My platform espadrilles are so comfortable. I LOVE these shoes! Similar shoes here , here, and a similar dress here.

I always love to see an outfit worn in a different location, which adds another perspective . Below, the touch of yellow reminds me of the sunny days ahead, and the very one I am enjoying today!

Do you have a favorite summer dress? Mine is sold out unfortunately , but LuckyBrand has a striped option that is off the shoulder and perfect for a summer vacay. The bag is still available ! It is so light and roomy, but not so big that you lose your sunglasses and wallet!

I am so glad a PR company reached out to me for collaboration. Since there are no lucky Brand stores on the Upper East Side, I went to the West side of Manhattan and remembered why I loved shopping here when I lived in suburban New York. The quality is excellent and the styles are on-point without being too trendy. Their denim well made, and the prices are very reasonable for the quality. You will see another look from this brand soon. They have a lot more than just denim, too, as you can see. . My husband also loves to shop here!

With the “Amazonification” – my own term, as far as I know- of the shopping landscape, even well established, mid-size brands are under attack from the Fast Fashion world, with copying being done on a massive scale. Support the brands you love, whichever they are, and go out to their brick and mortar stores when possible. ( save a box, save a tree!)

HAPPY TIDBIT: LUCKY BRAND ALSO HAS GREAT SALES!

Also remember to shop your closet: the best white summer dress may well be tucked inside!

–photos by Lina Rincón C. for The Elle Diaries–

** Disclosure: A portion of my purchases were gifted to me, but this has not influenced my opinion of this brand, nor the content of this post. My review is honest. All opinions are my own.

Oh that’s a beautiful dress, and such a great summery outfit! I really like your straw tote too, perfect pairing with the white dress. I wish I wasn’t as clumsy and could pull of a little white dress without inevitably staining it, haha!

Hope that you are having a great week 🙂 We have a birthday party this weekend so will be busy today getting organised for that!

Elle, no wonder you feel so happy and confident in your dress as it is perfect! Love it and also how you are wearing it here! Your earrings such a nice touch – you always find the very best pieces in such small stores where you discovered this earrings 🙂 Yes, I have a favourite summer dress 🙂
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Renahttp://www.dressedwithsoul.com

Thank you so much dear Rena. This dress is very comfortable and I was very lucky finding it. I hope your week is off to a wonderful start.
❤️ Elle

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Sheila (of Ephemera)

Fabulous dress, Elle – isn’t it nice when you find something that’s quality-made these days? Seems like it’s rarer and rarer! This is such a pretty summer outfit. The earrings are Statement with a capital S!

I am not surprised to read that the dress is sold out because it is fabulous and perfect for sunny days! I love how it fits you . Very nice accessories, very summery!
We are having bad and rainy weather this year and so for me is still time for jackets! 🙁

Wow! Every detail of this outfit looks incredible! You are so inspiring lady, as you ideally team every item in your wardrobe. Every blog post is so inspiring! The shown outfit looks very cool, I like the way you teamed white dress with the same color wide brim hat and oversized sunglasses. The straw bag is awesome and I like the sandals!

You are looking lovely in white fresh lace. That close up shot of you is fabulous! Love the 80’s style earrings.

I am also a fan of Lucky clothing and used to shop there often when I shopped retail. I can still be persuaded to step in their stores every once in a while to check out their leather goods, boho dresses and fab retro tees.

Thank you so much. That is very sweet. I wanted that close up so that you could see the earrings in detail and the hat, too. I really like this brand as they really produce quality items and the prices are reasonable. I agree compared to secondhand it is hard to shop retail, but there are a few brands and a few stores that really are worth it..
❤️ Elle

A white lace dress for summer is a no brainer just perfect. Love how you off set this one with the big graphical bakelite earrings. I so want to get one of those layered Zimmerman style dresses that are all the rage right now.

Agreed Allie,
I really enjoyed wearing these earrings as it did at an interesting element to the white lace. I agree about Zimmerman dresses as well. I found a similar sort of dress that I will post soon for $15 at a thrift store. I am thrilled with it to say the least. I hope you’re having a great weekend !
❤️ Elle

Thanks so much Lorna!
I agree white lace is so wonderful for summer.
❤️ Elle

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Leila

I was buying white jeans today and I ended up buying a white and navy lace top. When I saw your dress, I agree , it’s absolutely perfect for the summer ! I’m now going to Lucky. just absolutely love the Navy bake lite earrings! The perfect trifecta – white lace dress , Love that it’s off the shoulder
round light go anywhere bag and beautiful navy earrings! Love how you styled this 🤗✅🤗

Elle, so very stunning on you. The thick and well made lace is so pretty and I love the OTS style and midi length. i missed the part about it being sold out and feverishly went looking! I love the details you always pay attention to, the hat, the beautiful striped blue earrings, mirroring you shoes.
Hope you are doing well..
Enjoy the week!
jess xxhttp://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

Ahh, the white summer dress! When I was younger every summer called for a new white dress, I had quite the collection! And strapless was a definite fave. I don’t know how I did it. But those days are long gone. The allure of the white dress still exists but I don’t ever see anything that’s quite my current vibe…and strapless…NOPE. Ha. But YOU have got it all right! The dress is stunning, your accessories perfect…and you look beautiful. Amazonification. Yep. I hear ya. I wish I could find some plus size boutiques. Most “one of a kind” type of… Read more »